I had a wonderful experience with Art Emporium. The owners Candy and Charles Barrett hosted my 70's…read moretheme party, which was awesome! The pair traveled to my location with their supplies and set up. The instructor was really friendly, patient, and was able to cater to our artistic levels. We painted an African mask and the sunset, and had a relaxing time. Since Art Emporium did an amazing job, I plan to book them for my next event. You can't go wrong booking Art Emporium. Thanks again Art Emporium!

ArtEmporium Is Incredible.......Just Incredible......Candy and Charles hosted a Red Hatter function…read morefor me today in my home....A Terrarium Party......It was beyond wonderful.....They had a large variety of offerings for the activity....the succulents were gorgeous..... healthy......there was a huge.....I mean HUGE variety of decorations for the plants....... colorful and beautiful.....Candy is so engaging......So fun........Charles, the Artist......an excellent instructor.....knowledgeable and so very patient.....The two really engaged us in the activity......Such creative and fun energy......All of the ladies were so engrossed.....IT WAS AN INTENSELY FUN DAY. The ladies produced such beautiful Terrariums with the help of Charles and Candy.......The Party was a Success because of them......It Was A Blast!......Five Stars Plus For ArtEmporium!!!

"Quite The Experience!!" I Truly had a ball at the Muse Paintbar... For this being my first Paint &…read moreSip outing, I was honestly surprised at how much fun I had. The instructor "Jonathan" did an absolute classy job at making sure everyone was at ease and understood the task at hand without feeling pressured. The entire staff at the Muse on the National Harbor brought superb energy and a pleasant smile. I encourage everyone to get out on a nice beautiful day and put your artistic skills to work. And no matter what transpires once the paint brush hit the canvass... Always remember every artistic expression makes its own footprint in the world of creativity !!!

I love this Muse Paintbar location. They have great instructors, they sell wine and champagne. It's…read morea spacious venue with two large paint rooms to host two different paints sessions at a time. It's great for groups, a date or just a solo time to tend to your inner artist. There's a couple of parking lots nearby, and of course various places to dine nearby.

You instantly feel at home when you enter the space. The decor is beautiful. Ambiance is amazing…read more The selection of fragrances are endless. The staff were very helpful and thorough in guiding us in every step. The music selection was great! We even played a trivia game while we waited for our candle to harden. I will be back to make more candles.

What a great way to spend an early birthday!…read more This candle bar is an absolute vibe. I'm a sucker for a good theme, and this place delivers. It was definitely Black, and it was very much lit. The music was a mix of some of my old favorites--so much so that my friend and I were occasionally too busy vibing to follow instructions. Thankfully, the staff was incredibly patient with us. I loved the thoughtful Black touches throughout the space: the toilet paper, the napkins, even the chocolate-covered strawberry we received on arrival was dipped in rich, luxurious black chocolate... and yes, it was absolutely delicious. The walls of the shop will also adorned with all sorts of nostalgic Black pop culture pieces, to help tie the whole theme together. The energy from the moment I walked in the venue was welcoming, inviting, and just chill. My friend and I were a few minutes late, but Michelle and the rest of the team were so gracious. Even though we started late, we still got the full experience. The staff guided us through the process step by step, helping us select our jars, choose our fragrances, and create our candles. While our candles were curing, we were able to select from a wide variety of fun games to play, including Black Card Revoked and Cards Against Humanity. What was meant to be just a candle-making class turned into a hilariously enjoyable experience. This is such a fun and creative way to spend an afternoon. And who doesn't love a good candle? If you're looking for something fun to do with friends--whether it's a girls' day out, a bridal shower activity, or just something fun to do on a random day--I highly recommend this spot. The vibes are immaculate, the staff is so welcoming, the venue is beautiful, and the candles are completely customizable. Candles not your thing? No worries. You also have the opportunity to make scent diffusers, body oils, and other fragrance based products... Completely customizable, of course. This spot well worth the trek to Waldorf. I guarantee you won't be disappointed.

This studio is awesome. Not just for kids but adults too. My daughter loves the different classes…read morethat allow her to explore art in different ways and get messy and NOT IN MY HOUSE which means, less mess for us. The Covid guidelines allow us to participate safely and the instructors love what they do and impart their passion to others. I can't wait to do an adult sip class soon and appreciate having such an amazing resource right here in Prince George's County!

From the owner: Arteasy offers art classes and for all ages! Whether it's after-school sessions or weekend…read moreworkshops we provide a safe environment for all levels of artistic individuals to explore!

My kids completed one year and every week he is excited to resume and attend classes. We are…read moreinformed in advance of the curriculum to practice at home and every session has been excellent with great feed back and improvement. Highly recommended signing up to unleash the creativity in you to rise and shine

Our daughter has been attending the US Arts Center in Chantilly for three years now, starting when…read moreshe was just five years old. It has been an incredible journey! She absolutely loves her classes and looks forward to going every week. We have seen her painting skills improve significantly--honestly, her progress has been well beyond our expectations. The instructors do a fantastic job of keeping the kids engaged while teaching real technique. Highly recommend for any young artist!

Great family business. I've seen it driving past my husband's work but didn't realize they offer…read moreclasses until I googled. So glad my friend and I came to take a short project class. We really enjoyed ourselves and will be back. Great instruction, designs offered, and value. They also have small gifts up front if you don't have time for a class, but want something hand made locally.

Fiscus Glassworks is a gem in Alexandria. I have now taken all of their classes from beginner to…read morestructure/dimension and design and build. I even entered my pieces I created in these classes at the Arlington County Fair and won the Reserve Grand Champion for my division! I now frequent their studio during open hours with their studio time passes. Brad and Maré are kind, welcoming and extremely knowledgeable! They can help you create patterns and make your stained glass visions come true. Definitely check Fiscus out!

This is a great addition to the Kensington community near the neighboring Antique Village…read more It occupies the entire building next to the post office, and has a large parking lot in the rear (with a few spots reserved for the dental practice). It's a unique art school combined with artists' workshops on three levels. They offer an array of classes for artists and for novice looking for a fun hobby. The classes posted that I saw were for drawing,painting, and live model drawing. Some studio rooms were quite small, while other room were larger for classes/workshops. I came for the grand opening celebration. The founder's young son was greeting people at the door and giving a well rehearsed explanation of all they had to offer. I was impressed. It was quite fun going in all the rooms and meeting some of the artists. I hope to visit again soon... maybe partake in a class one day.

The Compass Art Center is a wonderful place to learn and create! The classes and workshops are…read morefantastic, and the supportive community makes it an inspiring space for artists of all levels. Highly recommend!

They may be good for children and adults who just want to color and socialize. But their classes…read moreare too inconsistent if you are an adult that is serious about learning and building skills.

My daughter has taken MANY classes here (painting, drawing, crafting, etc.) and all of them have…read morebeen wonderful. The staff are caring and creative, and the class sizes are small, which means your child gets a lot of extra attention. We recently had a birthday party here as well, and it was the best birthday party she's ever had. The girls were all engaged and had so much fun. There's a lovely party room downstairs where kids can have snacks, cake, etc. I was really overwhelmed by how wonderful the experience was.

Cheverly Pottery is the best. The studio is welcoming and the potters are friendly. There are…read morestudents of all skill levels and various classes to fit your experience or get your feet wet. As someone who has been throwing pots for a few years, I'm definitely eyeing the the Studio Artists which is designed for independent ceramicists. The studio space itself is pretty large and Kendra keeps a large supply of clay, tools, and other items you'll need for throwing pots or hand building. Even more importantly, pots get fired pretty quickly so you're not waiting weeks to finally get to your batch of pots that need to be glazed, etc. Kendra also works with you on honing in on any techniques if you've got the basics down, or helping you master the foundational skills. Given the pottery studios in the DMV are always full and have waitlists, it was very exciting to see this new studio open up and actually get a spot without wondering if I'll ever get a chance to take a class!

Kendra is a thoughtful and patient teacher. Throwing in a wheel is hard. She makes the process of…read morenearing competence a joy. Small classes in a well appointed space with all the tools a new potter might need. You may be coming home with lots of bowls and vases but your ADHD hyper focus hobby will stay at the pottery instead of tools and clay exploding all over your house.